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Dance gaming shows promise for ADHD symptoms in young adults

NCT ID NCT07318935

Symptom relief Sponsor: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether playing a dance-based video game (Just Dance 2024) could improve attention, mood, and self-control in young adults with ADHD. Sixty-nine participants aged 18-24 were randomly assigned to dance gaming, stationary biking, or music listening for 30 minutes. Researchers measured brain activity, heart rate, balance, and ADHD symptoms before and after the activity. The goal was to see if a fun, accessible activity like dance gaming could offer benefits beyond traditional exercise or rest.

What this could mean

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Active substance
dance exergaming (Just Dance 2024 on Nintendo Switch)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a fun, accessible, non-medication option to help young adults with ADHD manage symptoms like inattention and impulsivity.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 69 participants. Results may not apply to everyone with ADHD, and the benefits might be short-term or no better than other exercise.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

69 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2024

Finished

Mar 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 24 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Ages 18 to 24 * Formal diagnosis of ADHD (inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, or combined) Exclusion Criteria: * Current comorbid neurological disorder (e.g. seizure disorder; multiple sclerosis), tourette syndrome, or epileptic disorder * Contraindication to physical activity * Pregnancy * Incarceration * Inability to consent on own behalf * Non-ambulatory

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

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ADHD

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

    Blacksburg, Virginia, 24061, United States

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